About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 530 6th Street in West des Moines, IA is listed for $300,000 ($180 per sqft). Built in 1920, the home offers 1,664 sqft of living space on a 0.17 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1920
  • 0.17 acre lot
  • 3 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

3 stories
1 full
1920

Amenities

FireplaceHardwood
Listing Description

Welcome to this timeless traditional home in the heart of Historic Valley Junction! Rich with character, this home showcases beautiful original woodwork, hardwood floors, and craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. The main level features a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen, and an enclosed three-season porch perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms and a full bath, while the third-floor attic offers incredible potential for future finished space, a studio, or additional storage. The basement includes a bathroom and abundant storage. While some updating is needed, this home presents a rare opportunity to restore and personalize a true classic.

Just steps from the vibrant Historic Valley Junction district, enjoy locally owned boutiques, restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, art galleries, and year-round events including the popular Thursday night Music in the Junction and the award-winning Valley Junction Farmers Market.

Originally founded as a railroad community in the late 1800s, Valley Junction remains one of the Des Moines metro's most unique and walkable neighborhoods. Qualified buyers may also be eligible for up to $15,000 in Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) grant assistance, plus possible closing cost assistance, making this an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of West Des Moines history.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,604/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$217
Interest$1,300
Insurance$88

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

530 6th Street

West des Moines, IA 50265

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

SeparateFormalDiningRoomEatInKitchenFireplaceCableTv

Exterior Features

Storage

Property Details

Flooring

LaminateHardwood

Construction

WoodSiding

Parking

Garage

Heating

RadiantNatural GasHot Water(Heating)

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 530 6th Street is listed at $300,000 ($180/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,605 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1920, 0.17 acre lot, 3 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen, Fireplace. Exterior Features: Storage.

This property is listed by Ryan Rivera and can be reached at 5155545870.

RR

Ryan Rivera

Agent at Zealty Home Advisors

(515) 554-5870

Listed by Zealty Home Advisors · View on Broker Site

MLS# 744852· Source: listhub· 1 day on market

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530 6th Street, West des Moines, IA 50265

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